Wilder Doddington
Learning
Enjoy nature-based learning at Wilder Doddington. An opportunity to explore the great outdoors and connect with nature and wildlife.
At Wilder Doddington, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy and understand nature. Spending time outdoors has all sorts of benefits for your mental health and wellbeing, helping you stay fit and active, while also sparking curiosity and imagination.
By encouraging people to engage and enjoy nature, we hope to inspire them to take action to protect the environment and the wildlife around us.
Wilder Doddington offers a range of school and group visits tailored to different age groups and interests. Our primary programme seeks to inspire, delivering engaging learning experiences while building children’s confidence and self-esteem.
For older children, our secondary programmes provide more in-depth study opportunities, making use of the education resources and expertise available at Wilder Doddington.
Our dream is for every child to connect with nature throughout their education. Wilder Doddington offers a range of visits, all of which can be tailored to your particular needs.
Young Wildings
Our primary programmes gives students the opportunity to develop a connection to nature, ask questions and get inspired. By exploring Wilder Doddington’s magnificent landscape and diverse wildlife, we bring the National Curriculum to life beyond the classroom.
Designed to build confidence, skills and understanding of the natural world, our primary programmes can be adapted to suit the age and abilities of each group, while supporting the school’s own curriculum and learning objectives.
Wild Learning
Our secondary learning programmes provide opportunities for more in-depth study for older students, making full use of our extensive resources and the expertise of our team. These courses are particularly well suited to GCSE students studying geography, and A-Level students biology or geography. Tailored to the curriculum, sessions can focus on biodiversity, conservation, ecology, mapwork and more.
Wilder Horizons
At Wilder Doddington, we understand the bespoke nature of Alternative Provision. Our outdoor learning environment provides a safe and welcoming space where people can experience a more holistic approach to education. Based on your requirements, we can offer tailored programmes to help individuals build their confidence, develop new skills and enjoy a positive learning experience.
Higher Education
Whether you’re at university, completing your master’s degree or undertaking a research project, Wilder Doddington offers higher education students the opportunity to study a flagship rewilding project. You will have the chance to research ecological processes alongside the social, economic and climatic factors that influence landscape recovery.
For further information about higher education opportunities, get in touch with a member of our Wilder team.
Visit rates
The cost of group visits to Wilder Doddington is dependent on group size and level of study.
- EYFS & Primary (1 class – up to 30 pupils) £350
- EYFS & Primary (2 classes – up to 60 pupils) £500
- KS3, 4 & 5 Enrichment visits (up to 30 pupils) £350
- A Level Academic (up to 30 pupils) £42 per student (min. 12)
Funding for
Learning Visits
We currently have limited funding available for primary, secondary and A-level groups to visit Wilder Doddington. The funding covers the cost of a visit for one class up to 30 students but does not cover transport to and from Doddington, we can provide contacts for transport funding if needed. Trips must take place between September and December 2026.
If you would like to take advantage of this funding for a learning visit, we are allocating places on a first come, first served basis.
Arrange a
group visit
We’re expanding opportunities for as many different groups as possible to visit Wilder Doddington and have some funding in place to support certain visits.
Meet the
Wilder team
Our learning delivery experts have a wealth of experience in academic research and teaching, wildlife conservation and community engagement.
Outdoor
Classroom
A beautiful woodland setting for a holistic approach to learning.
Wild
House
Our innovative new learning centre, in the heart of Wilder Doddington.
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Wilder Doddington
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connect
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Frequently
Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit?
We welcome schools throughout the year, although some of our programmes are seasonal. Based on your requirements, our learning team will be happy to advise on the best time to visit, ensuring you get the most out of your experience.
How long is each visit?
Primary school visits usually run from 10am to 2.30pm, while secondary school visits generally take place from 9.30am to 4pm. Each visit can be tailored to meet your specific needs.
How many students can we bring?
We find that visits for a single class of approximately 30 students work best. If you would like to bring more than one class, please get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements.
Is it accessible?
Our Wild House venue is fully accessible. We aim to make all of our learning facilities and activities as accessible as possible and can discuss the individual needs of your class during the booking process.
What should we wear?
As you will be spending time outdoors exploring nature, we advise wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
In summer, we recommend long trousers, T-shirts, comfortable trainers and a sun hat. In winter, you will need warm layers, including a hat, gloves and scarf, along with wellies or walking boots. Waterproof clothing is recommended throughout the year!
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